Top 101 Center director Jobs in Washington State

Child Care Center Director
The Goddard School of Renton, WA —Renton, WA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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ECEAP Lead Teacher - White Salmon
SELF - Support for Early Learning & Families —White Salmon, WA
- $23.63 - $26.11 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Childcare
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
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Child Care Center Director
Kiddie Academy of Bellevue —Bellevue, WA
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Education
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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ECEAP -Family Support Specialist - Center Based
SELF - Support for Early Learning & Families —Vancouver, WA
- $23.63 - $26.11 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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ECEAP Lead Teacher
SELF - Support for Early Learning & Families —Vancouver, WA
- $23.63 - $26.11 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Childcare
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
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EHS Lead Teacher
SELF - Support for Early Learning & Families —Vancouver, WA
- $25.28 - $27.76 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Child Care Center Director
Kiddie Academy of Seattle at Greenwood —Seattle, WA
- $65,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Birth - 5 Assistant Teacher - Substitute
SELF - Support for Early Learning & Families —Vancouver, WA
- $21.32 - $23.79 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
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Center Director (Birth - 5)
SELF - Support for Early Learning & Families —Vancouver, WA
- $28.02 - $30.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Current TB test
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Center Assistant - Float
SELF - Support for Early Learning & Families —Vancouver, WA
- $18.41 - $19.34 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Instructional Mentor
SELF - Support for Early Learning & Families —Vancouver, WA
- $26.37 - $28.85 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Childcare Assistant Teacher
A Child's Journey School —Kirkland, WA
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Classroom experience
- Child Development Associate Certification
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Center Director
Kiddie Academy —Seattle, WA
- $60,000 - $90,000 a year
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Human resources
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Center Director
KinderCare Education —Bellevue, WA
- $56,250 - $102,250 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Regional Director of Operations- Medication Assisted Treatment
BayMark Health Services —Port Angeles, WA
- $115,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Addiction Medicine
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Research Coordinator
UW Center for Human Rights —Seattle, WA
- $78,600 - $82,800 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- University
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Assistance Director of Child Care
ALL ABOUT KIDZ LLC dba TIME4KIDZ —Lynnwood, WA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
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Early Learning Center Assistant Teacher
YMCA —Tacoma, WA
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
Director
La Petite Academy —Kent, WA
- $80,168.40 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Research Coordinator
University of Washington —Seattle, WA
- $78,600 - $82,800 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- Mid-level

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Child Care Center Director

The Goddard School of Renton, WA -
Renton, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $85,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

School experience
Early childhood education center experience
Education administration
Team leadership
Team development
Bachelor's degree
Managing education teams
Working with students
Admissions and enrollment management
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Care facility administration
Newsletters (communication methods)
Higher education teaching
STEM/STEAM education curriculum
School staff supervision
Leadership
Teaching
Early Childhood Education
Educational program management
Team building

Full Job Description

The Goddard School® is seeking an experienced, visionary Center Director to lead our high‑quality early childhood education program. We are looking for a motivated, relationship‑driven leader who is passionate about nurturing young minds, supporting educators, and fostering a warm, engaging school community.

As a leader in premium early childhood education for more than 35 years, The Goddard School® provides a play‑based, academically endorsed curriculum that supports children’s cognitive, physical, and social‑emotional development. Our Directors ensure that this mission comes to life every day through exceptional programming, strong family partnerships, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

School Leadership & Operations Oversee daily school operations, ensuring high‑quality educational programming, smooth HR processes, and compliance with state licensing and Goddard QA standards.
Team Development Recruit, train, coach, and inspire a team of dedicated early childhood educators. Foster a collaborative, growth‑oriented culture where teachers thrive.
Family & Community Engagement Build strong relationships with families, staff, community partners, and licensing authorities. Maintain high enrollment through proactive communication and exceptional service.
Educational Excellence Partner with the leadership team to implement curriculum, provide ongoing teacher support, and introduce innovative programs such as STEAM, phonics, and Wonder of Learning.
Communication & Culture Building Lead center communication efforts, including newsletters, monthly themes, and social media content to strengthen community connection.
Safety & Quality Assurance Maintain updated policies, handbooks, and emergency plans. Conduct regular facility inspections to ensure a safe, nurturing environment.
Strategic Growth Use data and best practices to enhance enrollment, support revenue growth, and continuously improve school performance.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field (Master’s preferred)
Director certification or required WA state credentials (min 45 ECE)
Minimum 2–3 years of successful preschool or center leadership experience
Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice and STEAM‑based curriculum
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to lead teams, build relationships, and manage school operations
Demonstrated success increasing enrollment and implementing new programs
Ability to work between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday–Friday

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Generous paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

45 ECE Credits for this position are required - please share your MERIT ECE credits

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Childcare Center Director: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Early Childhood Education degree (Required)

Work Location: In person

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center director jobs in washington state

Child Care Center Director

ECEAP Lead Teacher - White Salmon

Child Care Center Director

ECEAP -Family Support Specialist - Center Based

ECEAP Lead Teacher

EHS Lead Teacher

Child Care Center Director

Birth - 5 Assistant Teacher - Substitute

Center Director (Birth - 5)

Center Assistant - Float

Instructional Mentor

Childcare Assistant Teacher

Center Director

Center Director

Regional Director of Operations- Medication Assisted Treatment

Research Coordinator

Assistance Director of Child Care

Early Learning Center Assistant Teacher

Director

Research Coordinator

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